Day Two Was a High-Flying Hit

Chanhassen’s 4th of July Celebration continued Thursday with a full day of family fun, from decorated bikes and wagons to carnival rides, face painting, dirty sodas and summer memories at City Center Park.

The day’s biggest event was Family Night at the Carnival, where families, neighbors and visitors filled the park for an evening of rides, games, food and time together. The night had all the familiar ingredients of a Chanhassen summer favorite: carnival lights, food in hand, kids on the rides and families making their way through a lively City Center Park.

The afternoon’s magic show brought Brian Richards to the Big Tent for a fast-paced program full of interactive magic, comedy and audience participation

Thank you to everyone who came out, supported the celebration and helped make July 2 another memorable day in Chanhassen. Next up...July 3!

Tomorrow: Your July 3 Celebration Guide

Friday is one of the biggest days of Chanhassen’s 4th of July Celebration, with food, music, family activities and the Kiddie Parade all on the schedule. Here are a few highlights to help plan your day and night. For the full rundown of events, view the full schedule and event map.

• Business Expo: Meet local businesses and organizations from 4 to 6 p.m. at City Center Park, presented by the SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce.
• Kiddie Games: Bring the kids for classic games from 4 to 8 p.m. at City Center Park, sponsored by Nicolet National Bank and Med Box Grill. Games are 25 cents each.
• Taste of Chanhassen: Grab dinner from Chanhassen restaurants and area food trucks from 4 to 11 p.m. at City Center Park, presented by the Rotary Club of Chanhassen. No outside food is allowed.
• Live music: Stone Daisy plays from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. in the Large Tent with modern country, top 40 and ’80s and ’90s classic rock.
• Kiddie Parade: Decorated bikes, wagons and strollers roll from 5:30 to 6 p.m., starting at the Chanhassen Elementary east parking lot. Adults must accompany children and traffic control will be provided.
• Street Dance: Good for Gary closes out the night from 8 to 11 p.m. in the Large Tent. No outside food or drinks are allowed.

Take a trip down memory lane

Get pumped up for tomorrow by taking a look back at last year's "Day 3" in this 4th of July Celebration photo album. (And, while you're at it, check out our Facebook photo album from last night's Movie Night in the Park.)

Event Weather Updates

Weather updates, if needed, will be posted to ChanhassenMN.gov/Weather and shared through the City of Chanhassen’s official social media channels.

Parking Tips for Celebration Visitors

Parking is available throughout downtown Chanhassen. Visitors may use available public parking and nearby street parking while following posted signs and restrictions. SouthWest Transit will also open its parking ramp Saturday for parade viewers. Arriving early is recommended, especially before the parade and fireworks. Have a great time!

Can You Guess It?

Today's daily trivia: This year's 4th of July Parade takes place Saturday, July 4 in downtown Chanhassen. Q: In what year did the city host its first 4th of July parade?

Email us your answer and be entered to win a copy of our commemorative poster limited-edition commemorative poster celebrating both the city’s long-running community tradition and America’s 250th anniversary. The winner will be announced in tomorrow's email.

Scenes from Family Night at the Carnival

Relive the fun from tonight's Family Night at the Carnival with a quick video packed with rides, games and plenty of smiles.